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Arvada Center To Present JUNIE B. JONES, THE MUSICAL For Young Audiencesby A.A. Cristi - Colorado
(01/20/2026) - Arvada Center will present Junie B. Jones, The Musical as part of its Theatre for Young Audiences programming during the 2025–2026 season. Based on the book series by Barbara Park, the production will run across two venues from January through May. The family-friendly musical is recommended for elementary school–aged audiences.
The Hanover Theatre Repertory to Stage A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAMby A.A. Cristi - Boston
(01/20/2026) - The Hanover Theatre Repertory (THT Rep) has announced the full cast for its production of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, running at the BrickBox Theater in Worcester January 28 through February 14.
Ten Films Selected For Inaugural HBCU Week Now Student Film Festivalby A.A. Cristi - Michigan
(01/20/2026) - Ten student short films have been selected for the inaugural HBCU Week NOW Student Film Festival, produced by Maryland Public Television and Black Public Media. The films, created by students and recent graduates of Hampton University, Howard University, and Spelman College, will begin streaming online in late January.
Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County Appoints New Executive Directorby A.A. Cristi - Connecticut
(01/20/2026) - SEO blurb: Douglas Laustsen has been named Executive Director of the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County. The arts administrator brings experience in nonprofit leadership, music education, and community engagement.
Blue Griffin Recording To Release DAVID BIEDENBENDER: RIVER OF TIME With Lansing Symphony Orchestraby A.A. Cristi - Classical Music
(01/20/2026) - Blue Griffin Recording will release David Biedenbender: River of Time, a world premiere recording featuring the Lansing Symphony Orchestra, conductor Timothy Muffitt, and trumpet soloist Neil Mueller.
Tori Amos To Bring IN TIMES OF DRAGONS TOUR To Popejoy Hallby A.A. Cristi - Albuquerque
(01/20/2026) - Tori Amos will bring her In Times of Dragons tour to Popejoy Hall as part of a newly announced U.S. summer run. The concert will feature songs from Amos’s upcoming studio album alongside selections from her extensive catalog.
The Jeff Awards Accepting Nominations For The Jeff Impresario Awardby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/20/2026) - The Jeff Awards is accepting nominations for the Jeff Impresario Award, honoring an outstanding Chicago Non-Equity theater stage manager. Nominations must be submitted by Chicago-area theater companies by late January.
Sub Rosa Theatre Collective To Premiere IN PURSUIT Of By Zoé Soteresby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/20/2026) - Sub Rosa Theatre Collective will present the world premiere of In Pursuit Of, a new play by Zoé Soteres, at Greenhouse Theater Center in Chicago. Inspired by Crime and Punishment, the play examines ambition, morality, and male loneliness in a contemporary American context.
JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING To Play The Contemporary Theatre Of Ohioby A.A. Cristi - Columbus
(01/20/2026) - Jaja’s African Hair Braiding will be presented by The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio as part of its current season. The Tony-nominated play by Jocelyn Bioh follows a group of West African immigrant hair braiders navigating work, community, and identity in Harlem.
HALALish World Premiere Starring Rudaba Zehra Nasir is Coming to The Tankby Chloe Rabinowitz - Off-Off-Broadway
(01/20/2026) - The Tank will present the world premiere of Halalish, a raw, hilarious, and stereotype-shattering solo show, starring Pakistani-American actress Rudaba Zehra Nasir.
Christine Toy Johnson's INVISIBLE INK To Hold Private Industry Reading In Februaryby Chloe Rabinowitz - Industry
(01/20/2026) - The Barrow Group, in collaboration with The Kaufer Group, will present a private industry reading of INVISIBLE INK, a new play by Christine Toy Johnson. The event will feature prominent actors and explore themes of memory and perception.
PUPPETOPIA 2026 to be Presented at HERE Arts Centerby Chloe Rabinowitz - Off-Broadway
(01/20/2026) - HERE Arts Center, in collaboration with Dream Music Puppetry, will host PUPPETOPIA 2026, featuring innovative puppetry performances including the world premiere of 'Parched'.
RJ Silva to Present Solo Play YOU EAT SO WELL at the Solo Performance Festivalby Chloe Rabinowitz - San Francisco / Bay Area
(01/20/2026) - RJ Silva's solo play, You Eat So Well!, will debut at the Solo Performance Festival in San Francisco, exploring the intricate relationship between food, culture, and identity.
PAW PATROL LIVE! Returns To Baltimore For Three Performances Onlyby A.A. Cristi - Baltimore
(01/20/2026) - Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group will present PAW PATROL LIVE! 'A Mighty Adventure' in Baltimore, continuing the narrative from the box office hit.
TreadFAST Dance Company to Present DISCO HEAVEN at MMACby Chloe Rabinowitz - Off-Broadway
(01/20/2026) - treadFAST Dance Company will premiere a new all dance concert in NYC this summer. Disco Heaven will encompass an evening of flashy dance performance inspired by a night out at the Disco.
Shakespeare Company To Get State-of-the-Art Digital Experienceby Chloe Rabinowitz - Rockland / Westchester
(01/20/2026) - Hudson Valley Shakespeare will introduce a new website and digital experience aligned with the debut of their permanent venue, the Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center, in 2026.
Ballet Hispánico New York To Present CARMEN.MAQUIA At Scottsdale Center For The Performing Artsby A.A. Cristi - Phoenix
(01/20/2026) - Ballet Hispánico will bring a unique interpretation of Bizet's Carmen to Scottsdale on January 31, 2026, featuring choreography by Gustavo Ramírez Sansano.
Cal State LA Downtown Introduces Arts Management Certificate Program For A Changing Sectorby A.A. Cristi - Los Angeles
(01/20/2026) - Cal State LA Downtown is set to launch an Arts Management Certificate Program, aimed at equipping arts leaders with the skills to innovate and adapt in a rapidly changing environment. The program, drawing on Los Angeles' rich cultural scene, will feature instructors from top local arts organizations.
Lisa Mazzola Appointed as Chief Officer at Norton Museum of Artby A.A. Cristi - Miami Metro
(01/20/2026) - Lisa Mazzola has been named the William Randolph Hearst Chief Officer of Learning and Community Engagement at the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach, FL, bringing extensive experience from MoMA and other prestigious institutions.
Pittsburgh Musical Theater Brings the Beloved Musical ANNIE to the Byham Theaterby A.A. Cristi - Pittsburgh
(01/20/2026) - Pittsburgh Musical Theater will present the timeless musical ANNIE at the Byham Theater from February 19 to March 1. The production features classic songs and a talented cast in a story of hope and resilience.
New York Neo-Futurists Name New Co-Artistic Directors And General Managerby A.A. Cristi - New York City
(01/20/2026) - The New York Neo-Futurists have promoted Amelia Bethel and Julia Melfi to Co-Artistic Directors and appointed Sean Tecson as General Manager, marking a significant leadership transition.
Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids To Host LAUGHFEST 2026by A.A. Cristi - Michigan
(01/20/2026) - SEO blurb: LaughFest 2026 will return to West Michigan as a community-wide comedy festival produced by Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids. Proceeds will support free emotional health programs for individuals and families affected by cancer and grief.
Photos: HERSHEY FELDER: THE PIANO IN ME at TheatreWorks Silicon Valleyby Chloe Rabinowitz - San Francisco / Bay Area
(01/20/2026) - TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will ring in 2026 with the return of actor/pianist/writer Hershey Felder in the World Premiere of Hershey Felder: The Piano and Me. See photos!
The NJ Association of Verismo Opera to Present Giuseppe Verdi's RIGOLETTOby Chloe Rabinowitz - New Jersey
(01/20/2026) - The NJ Association of Verismo Opera will present Giuseppe Verdi's Rigoletto at Stockton University's Performing Arts Center. This tragic opera, featuring a duke and a court jester, unfolds this winter.
Photos: Robin de Jesús, Mary Testa and More in Rehearsals for NIGHT SIDE SONGSby Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway
(01/20/2026) - Lincoln Center Theater has revealed the complete cast and creative team for the new musical Night Side Songs, written by The Lazours. Check out rehearsal photos here!
The Center at West Park to Present the CWP Launchpad Reading Seriesby Chloe Rabinowitz - Off-Off-Broadway
(01/20/2026) - The Center at West Park will present the CWP Launchpad Reading Series, a new initiative supporting emerging artists and showcasing transgender/gender non-conforming playwrights. The series begins with presentations from Fresh Binder Productions.
JAM Orchestra to Present BE OUR GUEST: THE MUSIC OF ALAN MENKENby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/20/2026) - Experience the timeless music of Alan Menken with JAM Orchestra's one-night-only concert, BE OUR GUEST, at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre in Arlington Heights on February 3, 2026.
COLLEGIATE CABARET: Open Mic Night With Joshua Turchin is Coming to The Laurie Beechman Theaterby Chloe Rabinowitz - Cabaret
(01/20/2026) - The Laurie Beechman Theatre, the legendary cabaret and theatre located in the West Bank Cafe, will present the college party of the year, as an open mic night at the Collegiate Cabaret.
American Music Institute to Offer Discount on Trial Music Lessonsby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/20/2026) - American Music Institute, a premier nonprofit music school in the Chicago area, is offering 26% off trial music lessons for all new students this season.
Bill Irwin and More Set for Sea Dog Theater Spring 2026 Reading Seriesby Chloe Rabinowitz - Off-Broadway
(01/20/2026) - Sea Dog Theater will present its Spring 2026 Reading Series, featuring notable performers such as Bill Irwin, Erin Layton, and more. The series aims to showcase a diverse range of dramatic readings, engaging audiences with powerful narratives and seasoned actors.
Violinist Kristin Lee to Make Weill Recital Hall Debut At Carnegie Hallby Chloe Rabinowitz - New York City
(01/20/2026) - Violinist Kristin Lee will make her Weill Recital Hall debut at Carnegie Hall with pianist John Novacek. The performance is part of United in Sound: America at 250, the citywide festival presented by Carnegie Hall.
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